Louis L Manes Foundation
The Louis L Manes Foundation is a private foundation based in Akron, Ohio. Its 2025 filing reports grants to organizations in several states, including Ohio, North Carolina, and Florida.
Louis L Manes Foundation at a glance
In short: Louis L Manes Foundation gave $21K across 25 grants in 2025 (avg $824.84), top state Ohio. Source: 2025 IRS Form 990-PF.
- Annual giving (2025)
- $20,621
- -20.7% vs 2024
- Grants made (2025)
- 25
- +2400.0% vs 2024
- Average grant
- $825
- -96.8% vs 2024
- Median grant
- $400
- Total assets
- $418,129
- +1.3% vs 2024
- Primary geography
- Ohio (45% of itemized 2025 grant dollars)
- Latest 990 filing
- Form 990-PF, 2025 View filing
Data from IRS Form 990-PF, 2025; updated October 2026.
How to apply to Louis L Manes Foundation
- Accepts unsolicited proposals
- Yes
- How to Apply
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The foundation accepts unsolicited requests. The 2025 filing directs applicants to send a detailed letter showing tax-exempt status and the percentage of revenue used for administration and costs. It states there are no limitations on awards.
- Review Cycle
- No deadlines.
- Deadline
- No deadlines.
- Contact
Application contact: Stephen Manes
Mailing address: 2280 Canyonville Dr, Henderson, NV 89044
Phone: (480) 490-2274
Application details from Grantable's research on the foundation's public materials; confirm on its website before applying.
Who Louis L Manes Foundation funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 10 recipients in 2025
The largest 2025 recipient was Beth El Congregation ($5K). Together the top 10 received $16K.
Grant Size Distribution
29 grants across all recorded years
The most common grant size was under $50K: 29 grants of 29 (100%).
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
The 2025 grant dollars went to recipients in Ohio (45%), North Carolina (30%), Florida (13%), Nevada (5%), and Texas (5%).
Grant Distribution by State
Share of 2025 grant dollars across all 25 itemized grants.
Cities
How Louis L Manes Foundation gives
- Giving held roughly steady from 2022 to 2025 (+12%). Method
- In 2025 it paid out 112% of its IRS minimum distribution (the 5% rule). Method
From the foundation's IRS Form 990-PF filings. Methodology.
Giving History
Giving Over Time
Total grant dollars and number of grants per year
From 2020 to 2025, annual grant giving ranged from $13K (2021) to $26K (2024). In 2025 it made 25 grants totaling $21K.
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Beth El Congregation Akron, OH | Donation | $5,350 |
| Black Mountain College Museum and Arts Center Asheville, NC | Donation | $2,000 |
| Cohab Space High Point, NC | Donation | $2,000 |
| Asheville Community Theatre Asheville, NC | Donation | $1,300 |
| Baptist Health Foundation Coral Gables, FL | Donation | $1,000 |
| The Smith Center Las Vegas, NV | Donation | $1,000 |
| Gateway Community Church Wylie, TX | Donation | $1,000 |
| Temple Israel Akron, OH | Donation | $1,000 |
| YMCA Hilliard, OH | Donation | $915 |
| Shaw Jewish Community Center Akron, OH | Donation | $750 |
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Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
| Filing year | Total Assets | Revenue | Expenses | Grants paid | Grants | Qualifying Distributions | Net Investment Income | Distributable Amount |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $418,129 | $10,512 | $21,721 | $20,621 | 25 | $20,621 | $17,146 | $18,375 |
| 2024 | $412,650 | $21,599 | $27,076 | $26,001 | 1 | $26,001 | $17,942 | $18,288 |
| 2023 | $438,369 | $7,593 | $25,875 | $24,800 | 1 | $24,800 | $9,926 | $18,317 |
| 2022 | $458,625 | $8,834 | $19,543 | $18,468 | 1 | $18,468 | $9,414 | $19,959 |
| 2021 | $473,889 | $41,478 | $14,145 | $13,095 | 1 | $13,095 | $38,810 | $20,804 |
| 2020 | $445,513 | $12,552 | $20,177 | $19,127 | 1 | — | $9,544 | $22,276 |
Under IRS private-foundation payout rules, Louis L Manes Foundation reported a distributable amount of $18K for 2025 — the minimum it must pay out in qualifying distributions.
Research compiled by Grantable AI from public sources. Last updated September 2026.
Mission & Focus Areas
No foundation mission is stated in the available information. Its 2025 grants included support for religious, arts, community, health, and cultural organizations. For example, Asheville Community Theatre describes its mission as providing entertainment, enrichment, and education through theatre arts. Friends of the Summit says it works to enhance the future of a public media organization through financial support, community interest, and advice. These are the grantees’ descriptions of their own missions, not stated priorities of the foundation.
Grantmaking
In 2025, the foundation gave $20,621 through 25 grants. Grant amounts ranged from $100 to $5,350, with a median of $400. Among the largest grants were $5,350 to Beth El Congregation in Akron, Ohio; $2,000 each to Black Mountain College Museum and Arts Center and Cohab Space in North Carolina; and $1,300 to Asheville Community Theatre.
Other 2025 grants included $1,000 to Baptist Health Foundation, The Smith Center, Gateway Community Church, and Temple Israel; $915 to YMCA; and $750 to Shaw Jewish Community Center. Smaller awards included $350 to Jewish Federation of Palm Beach County, $340 to Friends of the Summit, $300 to Boca Helping Hands, $200 to Links Community & Family Services, and $100 to Goucher College. Boca Helping Hands describes its work as providing food, medical and financial assistance, education, job training, and guidance to support self-sufficiency.
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
The 2025 filing lists Marvin G Manes Co Ellen Manes, Stephen Manes, Gregg A Manes, Stacey A Manes, Todd E Manes, and Ellen B Manes as trustees.
Louis L Manes Foundation's 2025 filing lists 6 officers; none of the 6 officers listed in 2025 report compensation.
Officers on the 2025 filing
Gregg A. Manes
Trustee
On filings since 2020
No compensation reported
Marvin G. Manes Co Ellen Manes
Trustee
On filings since 2020
No compensation reported
Stacey A. Manes
Trustee
On filings since 2020
No compensation reported
Stephen Manes
Trustee
On filings since 2020
No compensation reported
Todd E. Manes
Trustee
On filings since 2020
No compensation reported
Ellen B. Manes
Trustee
On filings since 2024
No compensation reported
Former officers (1)
- Former: Bruce E. Manes (2020–2024) — Trustee
Data from IRS Form 990 filings, 2020–2025. "On filings since" is the earliest filing we hold that lists the person; hours are average hours per week as reported.
Frequently asked questions about Louis L Manes Foundation
How much does Louis L Manes Foundation give each year?
Louis L Manes Foundation gave $21K across 25 grants in 2025, according to its 2025 IRS Form 990-PF. In 2024 it gave $26K across 1 grant.
What is Louis L Manes Foundation's typical grant size?
Louis L Manes Foundation's median grant in 2025 was $400, and its average grant was $825, across 25 grants on its 2025 IRS Form 990-PF.
Where does Louis L Manes Foundation give grants?
Louis L Manes Foundation's top state is Ohio, with 45% of the grant dollars itemized on its 2025 IRS Form 990-PF. The next largest states were North Carolina (30%) and Florida (13%). The most frequent recipient cities were Akron, OH (8 grants), Asheville, NC (4 grants) and Boca Raton, FL (2 grants).
Does Louis L Manes Foundation give general operating support?
Not in 2025: none of the 25 grants with a stated purpose on Louis L Manes Foundation's 2025 IRS Form 990-PF were described as general or operating support. Recurring purposes include "Donation" (25 grants).
Who are Louis L Manes Foundation's largest grantees?
Louis L Manes Foundation's largest 2025 grantees include Beth El Congregation ($5,350), Black Mountain College Museum and Arts Center ($2,000) and Cohab Space ($2,000), according to its 2025 IRS Form 990-PF. Together they received 45% of its itemized 2025 grant dollars.
How large is Louis L Manes Foundation?
Louis L Manes Foundation reported $418K in total assets on its 2025 IRS Form 990-PF. It paid out $21K in qualifying distributions that year, against a required minimum of $18K (roughly 5% of its investment assets).
What does Louis L Manes Foundation fund?
No foundation mission is stated in the available information. Its 2025 grants included support for religious, arts, community, health, and cultural organizations. See mission & focus areas ↑
How do I apply for a grant from Louis L Manes Foundation?
The foundation accepts unsolicited requests. Eligibility and process details are in the grantmaking section of this profile. See how to apply ↑
What is Louis L Manes Foundation's EIN?
Louis L Manes Foundation's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 34-6555169. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2020–2025.
Does Louis L Manes Foundation accept unsolicited proposals?
Yes, according to Grantable's research on the foundation's published guidelines. See how to apply ↑
Data last updated October 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990-PF filings. Research dossier generated September 2026.
Data update history
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When this profile's IRS filing data changed on Grantable
- Added Form 990-PF for fiscal year 2025 (received by the IRS May 15, 2026)
- IRS filings on file for fiscal years 2020–2024
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